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Both Jew and Gentile
Michael and Judy came to their new Faith from two very different directions, one a Jew and the other a Protestant. But their faith became one when they embraced The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saint. Both say the gospel felt familiar, like they already knew...
Five Miracles
Doug and Val didn't know it, but their life was about to get changed dramatically by five rapid miracles. Engaged to be married, life had gotten boring for the young couple. The parties and social scene had gone flat. So, when Doug asked God for help one evening, the...
Aggressive Proselyting
Charles had a huge problem with no apparent solution. As a newly called Bishop, he and his two counselors were in their first meeting to discuss how to help the Church grow in Aba, Nigeria. The challenge came from decades of misinformation and superstition throughout...
The Ring
One of the greatest challenges of life is when your spouse loses their cognitive abilities as they age. To see them slip away from reality is heartbreaking and challenging at many levels. When Angela's husband of 63 years was diagnosed with both Alzheimers and...
The Road from Nowhere to Somewhere
Life is a journey, with twists and turns, stunning vistas and monotonous sameness, and where it takes us depends largely on who we really are and what we desire most. Gord Holmes recounts his life journey to illustrate how he has grown and become an entirely different...
I Needed Doctrine
The church where Audrey was raised taught her about God and Jesus Christ, and she felt them close to her. But she had a problem. Her church did not encourage owning a Bible, and her family never practiced religion at home. "I needed more," she says. "I needed...
Be Strong and of a Good Courage
With faith in Jesus Christ and His Atonement, one can survive anything, including heartbreaking infertility and devastating cancer. Ask Brigit Holmes if you doubt. Once missionaries introduced her to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigit's faith grew...
I Believe It With All My Heart
Jeffrey grew up without religion, thinking that truth was something subjective, based on culture and changing trends. But after experiencing the consequences of his bad choices, he began to think differently, and wonder if he should get religion. So he responded to an...
This is One Courageous Soul
Carole was crowned Miss Standing Rock to represent her tribe in North Dakota. That was before the horrible medical accident that left her paralyzed and speechless with no hope of recovery. The road through this life changing crisis led her to drugs and alcohol to...
And I Never Looked Back
An angel or a voice out of heaven is not required for true conversion. For many, like Bruce Palmer, testimony of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints came drop by drop, little by little. But, once that conversion took place, Bruce never looked back. His...
We’re All-In
The Durgan family is all-in as members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, but it wasn't always so. After being distant from the Church for some years, Byron found he could no longer connect with God in a meaningful way. So he prayed earnestly for...
Spiritual Foundations
"Having a relationship centered on Jesus Christ and the Gospel is so beautiful," Julie says as she holds hands with her soulmate Kieran, "and I'm so sad for all the people that are missing out on that." Building a relationship that starts with a testimony of Jesus...
Christ’s Infinite Atonement Is Enough
"Once you open the door of sin even a little bit, that door will swing pretty wide, pretty fast," says Andrew Palmer, Bishop of the Brandon ward in Manitoba Canada. And his counsel to anyone including himself is to go all-in with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Why?...
My Evergreen
Losing a baby during or before birth is one of the most difficult experiences a parent can have, especially for the mother who carried it. Julie experienced this and it rocked her world, even bringing the faith crisis of her life. But, as a members of The Church of...
I Am Exactly Where I Need to Be
Having been raised without any belief in God or even a higher power, the odds were stacked against Darcy. But there was something inside her soul that yearned for more. She spent several years searching religions until she found The Church of Jesus Christ of...
This I Know!
At age 14, Gail heard God speak to her in answer to a simple prayer that changed her life forever.
Finding True Joy
Over the years, Rocky progressed from mere happiness to finding true joy, which he says he experiences every day. His invitation to others is to “Seek this joy of the Restored Gospel of Jesus Christ for yourself, and you will find it.”
He’s In My Corner
“I know the Church is true, and I know that Heavenly Father knows that I know it,” she says. “So who could deny it?”
Milestones of Faith
A man was stalking Colleen, an attractive woman on an early morning walk in a sculpture garden. But she had no clue until
The Guided Life
Because many were fleeing East Germany at the time, Ruth and Helga were running to jump on a train bound for the West as it crossed no man’s land.
The Atheist
“And I’m telling you right now, there is no God!”
I Swear This To Be True!
Bob was drunk again, or perhaps more accurately, still. Coming from a broken home along the Jersey shore, Bob had wrecked his life. But that began to change when he “reached to a higher power”
Like A Warm Fuzzy
“It’s like a warm fuzzy,” says Irene Carroll in her Scottish brogue as she tries to describe how the Holy Spirit feels.
Christian Soldier
CAUTION: This story deals with wartime trauma and P.T.S.D.
The Straight Stuff
"Why are there so many churches?" Ardmore once said in exasperation. "Surely among all these, there must be one true church." But the staunch Lutheran couple soldiered on, thinking perhaps "this was as good as anything". Then, when Charleen was introduced to The...
Forever Satisfied
“If you’ll get me out of this, and show me the true church, I’ll join it,” Bob told God after nearly drowning in the ocean. Then he went back to playing gigs at bars as a talented musician and forgot about it.
I Know That God Provides
Brenda grew up with a very faithful Dad who taught her to trust in God. She herself felt God speak to her at age nine, and has always asked for His divine intervention as she has gone through the great trials of life. Her experiences in an abusive relationship and...
Steady Saint
In 1952 Beatrice gave the missionaries a hard time before joining The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. But once she and her husband joined, they were all-in. Today at nearly 96, Beatrice is alone, but fills her days serving in the Winnipeg Temple. She gets...
Like A Heat Lamp
The world was Kevin's oyster once he turned 18. Now he could do anything he wanted, and he did most of them. But his attempt at religion as a child proved disappointing and he learned that alcohol wasn't the answer as an adult. Then he met missionaries from The Church...
The Newlyweds
Eric had been happily married for sixty five years when his wife passed away. But his life wasn't over. After a period of grieving, he learned that their friend and church member Ruth had also become single. So, at their very senior age, they decided to get together...
Luckiest Man Alive
William Dickson claims to be the luckiest man alive. Because of how the Lord has taken care of him, protected him, and kept him out of trouble, Bill feels he has been blessed beyond measure. The sweet conversion story and testimony of this man will touch your heart...
Full Tank
Full Tank David Golohor came to Canada thinking his family left Nigeria for more opportunity here. But he was not aware that the greatest benefit would be finding Jesus Christ at a whole new level. "It was like filling an empty car with gas," he says. "Every time they...
Faith is the Key
English English: War was eminent and young Bohdan was in the quandary of his life. Should he take his younger sister Anna and flee the country for safety, or should he stay in Ukraine with his parents and two brothers? He earnestly prayed and wrestled with his...
Life is a Maze
We are not here alone. We have an amazing Heavenly Father who loves us, along with His Son. They will help you. I am only me because of the people around me. So says Darcy Monchamp, an all-in committed member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. But she...
Never Give Up!
Doug Sparkes is a stubborn Finn with grit, largely because of his father who taught him to never give up, even at the point of death. Doug has taken this to heart and refuses to slacken his faith in Jesus Christ, nor his commitment to follow Him in every way he can....
Why We Serve
This is a compilation of testimonies from senior missionaries of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints serving in the Canada Winnipeg Mission. It is intended to encourage other senior members of the Church to come and help with the greatest work on earth...
Going on Pure Faith
This is the Orlando and Charito Basallo story. As a young married couple in the Philippines, Charito left her six-month old baby with Orlando and immigrated to Canada for a better life. They were apart for five long years until Orlando could follow with their child....
Cree Faithful
This is the faith story of Emma Hunter Nelson and her daughter Jacqueline, of the Cree Nation. Their individual journeys to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will move your soul, and their sure determination to remain faithful all the days of their life...
Forever Love
Mandy was set up. She thought she was going to watch her friend play a sport, but she was tricked into meeting her future husband. Their love story and shared faith in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is both touching and powerful. Mandy and Brian are...
Rock Solid
We met Ronald while serving as Christian missionaries in Uganda. This is his testimonial of faith and I promise it will move you. Against all odds, Ronald has found his spiritual footing and is becoming a true Saint of the latter days.Rock Solid Origin: Njeru Uganda...
Faithful Filipinos
This amazing family migrated from the Philippines after joining The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in their native country. They experienced so many challenges to survive, but always looked to God for help. He never let them down. The courage and faith of...
Angels Among Us
Two Angells raised their family out in the bush of far northern Saskatchewan Canada at Denare Beach. Gerry and Ruth have weathered decades of challenges of being among the few members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. And they have remained true to...
The Search
From her earliest memory, Michelle had spiritual stirrings, and she loved the Lord. And over time, those feelings grew from simple belief into a firm conviction that is in her very bones.
Finding Happiness
Towards the end of our full time Christian mission to Uganda, we created this documentary to help others understand why our Ugandan friends are among the happiest people on earth. We came home changed from the inside out, and have never been the same.
Child Soldier
When your young life starts with terror and violence, and your family is destroyed before your eyes, and you are forced to commit all manner of atrocities…
for six long years…
what will you do once you escape?
The Man From Bor
He was trying to recover from a shattered leg he sustained by being hit by a military truck at night and left for dead.
The Phoenix
Daddy Paul is not his real name because he doesn’t know what it was. You see, Paul survived the Rwanda genocide that began in 1994.
Crucible of Compassion
Your gratitude for the simplest blessings will increase when you see how many people in the world struggle against terrible challenges.
A Boy and His Mama
Mwesigwa means “God is Faithful”, and this boy is the personification of the name. Hear his amazing story of faith, and that of his adopted mother Justine. Faith can overcome any hardship with a hope that reaches into the eternities.
Set Her Free
Robinah Muganzi has given her life to rescue young at-risk girls from the sex trafficking trade in Uganda. Meet her delightful staff and girls to hear of her faith and courage to save lives.
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